<p>The Orange County Department of Education (OCDE) serves some of Orange County's most vulnerable student populations and provides support and mandated fiscal oversight to 28 school districts serving more than 600 schools and approximately 475,000 students. In addition to providing direct instruction to students through its own alternative and special education programs, OCDE administers an array of programs and services that are critical to the operations of local school districts and community colleges, facilitating professional development, legal guidance, payroll, career and technical education support, high-speed internet access, Local Control and Accountability Plan assistance and approval, resources for families, and student enrichment. OCDE's vision is that "Orange County students will lead the nation in college and career readiness and success." Department staff are working to achieve this goal in collaboration with educators at all levels of student development, from early childhood through higher education, and in partnership with families, businesses and community organizations.</p> <p>See attachment on original job posting</p> <p>Education and Experience: A combination of education and experience that demonstrates the necessary knowledge and abilities to perform the job is required. A typical pathway includes:• Bachelor's degree or above from a regionally accredited college or university.Licenses, Certificates, and Special Requirements:• A valid California Teaching Credential authorizing instruction in Special Education for students with mild/moderate disabilities.• Authorization to provide instruction for ELD and SDAIE to English learners.• The selected candidate may be required to complete additional employment clearances, such as probation clearance, as part of the hiring process.</p> <p>There are supplemental questions in the application. Please note that the EdJoin system will time out after 20 minutes of perceived inactivity. To ensure a smooth application process, we have listed the supplemental questions below for your reference. Your responses should be thoughtful, thorough, and within the 5,000-character limit. We recommend preparing your answers in advance before starting the online application.1. Describe your experience working with students with disabilities in an alternative education setting.2. Describe your experience working in a day school or contract learning environment.Notice to Applicants: If you require accommodations in the application process, please inform us.</p> <p>Education and Experience: A combination of education and experience that demonstrates the necessary knowledge and abilities to perform the job is required. A typical pathway includes: • Bachelor's degree or above from a regionally accredited college or university. Licenses, Certificates, and Special Requirements: • A valid California Teaching Credential authorizing instruction in Special Education for students with mild/moderate disabilities. • Authorization to provide instruction for ELD and SDAIE to English learners. • The selected candidate may be required to complete additional employment clearances, such as probation clearance, as part of the hiring process.</p> <p>There are supplemental questions in the application. Please note that the EdJoin system will time out after 20 minutes of perceived inactivity. To ensure a smooth application process, we have listed the supplemental questions below for your reference. Your responses should be thoughtful, thorough, and within the 5,000-character limit. We recommend preparing your answers in advance before starting the online application. 1. Describe your experience working with students with disabilities in an alternative education setting. 2. Describe your experience working in a day school or contract learning environment. Notice to Applicants: If you require accommodations in the application process, please inform us.</p> <p>Comments and Other Information</p> <p>Resumes will not be accepted in place of a completed online application. Before beginning employment, the selected candidate will be required to provide a current negative TB test, dated within the last 60 days, and submit fingerprints for a confidential background check. These tests and screenings will be arranged and paid for by OCDE. In compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, employers must verify the eligibility of all new hires. Before finalizing an offer of employment, the selected candidate must present original documents that verify both identity and employment authorization. Additionally, the candidate will be required to sign a statement under penalty of perjury regarding their legal right to work. OCDE reserves the right to reopen, readvertise, or delay filling this position. AA/EOE/ADA</p>